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Newspaper
Cameron Herald
Location
Cameron, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1927
Page
1
Practically every room in Cameron schools will receive first aid kits funded by tubercular health seal sales. The Cameron History Club and local civic societies organize the drive with Texas Public Health Association support. Seals cost $10 per room, with proceeds aiding those affected by tuberculosis.
Cameron officials meet Lone Star Gas Company and Chamber of Commerce as Giles Arriett chairs a new committee to secure 506 consumers at 10 dollars each. Walker says lines to the city depend on meeting the target and Temple rates will stay in dispute settlements with the railroad commission. The move promises economical fuel and timely service for Cameron, with alkrody lines being laid to Temple.
Islam Lodge No. 125 Knights of Pythias elected officers for the coming term. Ir&B.White as Chancellor Commander Robert McCown Vice Chancellor W G Gillis Prelate Fred Henry Keeper of Records and Seal Master of Finance E W Hood Master of Exchequer Karry Tag Master of Work Chas McGehee Master at Arms Richard West Inner Guard Willard Reese Outer Guard W C Triggs Trustee W Chambers Grand Representative W G Gillis Alternate Grand Representative Earl K Adrian retires as Chancellor Commander after a productive term. Fred Henry reelected but absent due to illness. The lodge plans early installation and predicts further initiatory work this winter and spring.
Sunday movies in Cameron for the Christmas Seal campaign and Red Cross are popular. Sam Hefley owner of the New Hesley Theater is praised for the public spirited effort with Sunday shows during December for the benefitting organizations.
The city council orders a special committee of aldermen to report next meeting on the feasibility of a Mexican cemetery on city land east of Oak Hill Cemetery. The gravel pit property covers about twelve acres. W. S. Law and Mexican citizens urged the plan and received assurances of city cooperation.
A. Tag announces the Odd Fellows Lodge officers for the year 1928. Chas Swift is Noble Grand, Quinn Walker Vice Grand, R A Tag Secretary, Chas Smith Treasurer, W W Chambers Delegate to Grand Lodge, Jeff T Kemp Trustee, J L Adams Trustee. The lodge aims for better times and improved attendance.
The city plans to install fire protection plugs across the Santa Fe tracks east of the business district to improve fire coverage for residents in that section.
The B K Goldberg store with W B Levy as manager announces a Christmas sale this week. An issue features a page by Mr Levy highlighting practical gifts at the store with low prices prevailing.
Milam County sheriff and deputies raid the Dr H F Chamberlain farm 24 miles southwest of Cameron in the Crush community on Thursday night seizing a 30 gallon copper still 550 gallons of mash a gasoline stove and several empty barrels Two African Americans are jailed in connection with the case describing the capture as one of the most complete and costly in Milam county history.
The Clarkson general mercantile store owned by R. K. Anderson was entered Monday night by thieves and between 100 and 200 dollars stolen. The sheriff's department is investigating.
The blue or sulphur-bottom whale is described as the largest species. A single specimen captured off the west coast of North Africa reportedly measured 95 feet long and weighed about 147 tons.
The board for the signature contract deposited with the city secretary to replace the bid check from Brown and Root for street topping in Cameron was approved Monday. The contractors will sign once certificates to be signed by property owners and contract specs are prepared. Work likely won’t start before next spring due to detail work and signatures.
Kubet Hefley says orders for more than 50 Cord cars from photographs shown at the sales room last Friday set an unmatched record in the automotive industry. Hefley expects delivery soon but an exhibition car may not be available until next week as Ford begins quantity production within two weeks or sooner.
Dallas star Harry Dennetral, famed middleweight wrestler, asks Legion Post commander Akers for a bout with Henry Karpunsaari of Finland. The Finn desires the match, promising a clash that could become the year’s greatest in Cameron during the holidays.
Mr and Mrs W B Denson and the two Butts grandchildren Glenn and Guy Kennen traveled to Austin to begin Pasteur treatment after a German police puppy died following a seizure. The dog’s head was sent to Austin and a positive rabies result was reported.
Henry Karhunsaari defeats D B Chick in a rematch at the Legion Hall drawing 300 fans. The Finn dominates the western challenger after a tough first fall and earns a title belt stakes while Montana plans a return bout and weight challenge at 165 pounds.
Milam County Commissioners hear report from County Attorneys A J Lewis and J M Ralston and special collector J M Ralston. Over the past year 280 suits filed, 260 disposed, $55 442.34 collected excluding costs. Only one property sold by order of sale at defendant request. much of the rest paid by non residents without suit.
Rev Father Spinneweber, longtime pastor at St Monica s Cameron, visited here Wednesday to meet friends and relatives. He had left St Monica s Parish, went to Burlington to recover, then Houston where health improved before returning home. He now serves St Anthony s Home and shared greetings to Cameron parishioners.
Cameron merchants showcase vibrant holiday displays and gift foods with ample selection and savings. Stores report strong customer interest and expect higher trade volumes than recent years as preparations for the season advance.
Camron hosts a modern clothes cleaning plant by Lee R. Clore and Thomas Mowdy in the Odd Fellows building. The facility uses four electric motors and a closed gasoline circuit for pure fuel, with extensive interior remodeling and holiday redecorations.
Geo A Thomas & Sons drug store in Cameron unveils its largest gift display in 37 years. Rush A Thomas, the firm’s buyer, spent days selecting pieces from markets including new foreign glassware and silverware. The display features art objects and jewelry as Christmas trade grows.
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